Trenton Mercer Airport, also known as Trenton-Mercer Airport, is a regional airport located in Ewing Township, New Jersey, United States. It serves the Greater Trenton area, including Mercer County and parts of central New Jersey. The airport has a rich history dating back to its establishment in 1929 and has since played a vital role in regional air transportation.
Trenton Mercer Airport features a single terminal building with modern amenities and facilities for passengers. It offers flights primarily operated by Frontier Airlines, which serves as the airport's major carrier, offering both domestic and international destinations. Other airlines such as Allegiant Air and Avelo Airlines also provide services from this airport, albeit with a more limited route network.
Trenton Mercer Airport is not a large airport so there are not many flights departing here. There are only a few destinations that you can reach from Trenton Mercer Airport, most of these are operated by Frontier Airlines. Many people take a flight to Orlando and transfer to another flight there.
The airport has two runways, Runway 6/24 and Runway 16/34, which accommodate various types of aircraft. Runway 6/24 measures 6,006 feet in length, while Runway 16/34 is 4,850 feet long. These runways enable the airport to handle both commercial and general aviation traffic effectively.
Passengers can access the airport via taxi services or ride-sharing platforms such as Uber and Lyft. Additionally, the airport provides a shuttle service connecting to the nearby Trenton Transit Center, which offers train services operated by NJ Transit. This makes it possible for travelers to access the airport via regional rail lines, enhancing connectivity to other parts of New Jersey and even major cities like Philadelphia and New York.